10 amazing Vancouver theatre and arts events happening in March

Arts make the heart feel good!

Enjoy some new experiences with our rundown of 10 great theatre and arts events to check out in Vancouver in March, including Tina – The Tina Turner Musical, Festival du Bois, and more.

And for more fun things happening around town, be sure to visit our Listed section.

Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival 2025

What: Get your cameras ready because the colourful Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival (VCBF) is returning this spring and it will be blooming bigger than ever.

The festival is one of the city’s most beloved yearly events, with a huge lineup of events to discover from March 26 to April 28. The popular Blossoms After Dark takeover of David Lam Park also returns bigger than ever from March 28 to 30.  Guests will enjoy added light art installations, a licensed lounge with a stage where you can try specially crafted cherry blossom cocktails, and roaming performers.

When: March 26 to April 28, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Various locations around Metro Vancouver

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Femme, Femme, Femme: International Women’s Day Edition

What: The Improv Centre celebrates International Women’s Day with a showcase of fabulous funny femmes. Laugh along with your favourite performers and special guests, and bring your best suggestions to inspire the comedians throughout the evening.

When: March 6, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Improv Centre – 1502 Duranleau St., Vancouver
Cost: Various, purchase online

Vancouver Story Slam

What: Vancouver Story Slam features 10 storytellers sharing original short stories in a competition for cash and prizes as well as a spot in the championship show. Performers at Hero’s Welcome on March 13 include Erin Reddekopp, Josh Silberg, Saoirse Pritchard, and more. The event will also include special guest storyteller Abby Crispo

When: March 13, 2025
Time: 8 p.m.
Where: The Pleasant – 2434 Main St., Vancouver
Cost: $8 cash at the door

The 54th Annual Juno Awards

What: The 54th Annual Juno Awards will take place on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at Rogers Arena, presented by the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS).

Canada’s largest celebration of music includes festivities across the city, a Canadian Music Hall of Fame induction, and Michael Bublé hosting and performing during the star-studded event.

The Juno Awards will also induct Canadian pop punk rock legends Sum 41 into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame during a special presentation. The live broadcast performance is also set to be the group’s last.

When: March 30, 2025
Where: Rogers Arena — 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Tickets: Start at $70.85 (including tax plus fees) and are on sale now

Pump Boys and Dinettes

What: First Impressions Theatre presents a Broadway musical tribute to life by the roadside. This rollicking good time at Deep Cove Shaw Theatre features actors also playing live music onstage in this throwback show.

When: Wednesdays through Saturdays until March 8, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m. (Tuesday to Friday), 2 p.m. (Saturday)
Where: Deep Cove Shaw Theatre – 4360 Gallant Ave., North Vancouver
Tickets: $29 to $35, purchase online

Coastal Dance Festival 2025

What: The 18th Annual Coastal Dance Festival brings Indigenous artists from across the country and around the world together to celebrate and showcase Indigenous dance. Highlights include artist-sharing events, festival stage performances, and more.

When: March 4 to 6, 7 to 9, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Museum of Anthropology – 6393 NW Marine Dr., Vancouver – Anvil Centre – 777 Columbia St., New Westminster
Cost: Various prices with a number of events by donation or included in museum admission, purchase online

The Critical Hit Show: A DNDLive Improvised Fantasy 13th Anniversary

What: Join The Critical Hit Show at The Rio Theatre as they quest for glory and snacks in this live, improvised spectacular inspired by the world’s most popular role-playing game.

Featuring Eric Fell as Dungeon Master; Ian Boothby as Benoit the Anointed, the Half-Elf Cleric; Joanna Gaskell as Freya, the Elf Warlock; Barbara Beall as Ingrid, the Halfling Fighter; Ellen MacNevin as Belle Strummer, the Half-Elf Ranger; Allen Morrison as Spitz Lube’n, the Human Wizard; and Shaun Stewart as Brask Hellbeard, the Dwarf Bard.

When: March 6, 2025
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Rio Theatre – 1660 E. Broadway, Vancouver
Cost: $17 in advance, $20 at the door plus fees. Purchase online

Media Res Gallery – Henna Night II / Shabe Kheena II by Hangama Amiri

What: Vancouver’s Iranian Visual Arts (VIVA) Alliance is hosting its inaugural exhibition at Media Res Gallery: Henna Night II / Shabe Kheena II by Afghan-Canadian artist Hangama Amiri. The acclaimed artist is known for her textile wall hangings portraying how women’s lives are influenced by ideas of gender and social norms in Afghanistan and beyond.

Henna Night II / Shabe Kheena II features artworks from an ongoing series with scenes from traditional Afghan pre-wedding rituals that speak to themes of nostalgia and loss.

When: March 27 to May 2, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Tuesday to Friday), 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Saturday)
Where: Media Res Gallery – 401-353 Railway St., Vancouver
Admission: Free

Broadway Across Canada – Tina

What: Broadway Across Canada presents Tina – The Tina Turner Musical, filled with all the iconic songs from the Queen of Rock and Roll. Written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Katori Hall, Tina tells the story of how the singer overcame the odds to become one of the world’s favourite artists of all time.

When: March 25 to 30, 2025
Time: 7:30 pm (Tuesday to Sunday), 2:30 pm (Saturday and Sunday)
Where: Queen Elizabeth Theatre — 630 Hamilton St., Vancouver
Tickets: Online

Festival du Bois

What: The 36th edition of Festival du Bois is a weekend celebration of francophone and French-Canadian culture, and the largest in BC. Enjoy music and dance, traditional food, shows for children, fun activities, and more.

When: March 7 to 9, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Mackin Park — 1046 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam
Tickets: Online